eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Language can be another barrier to family communication ( the National Education Association estimates that by 2025, one of four children in U.S. classrooms will be English-language learner students), but some messaging tools include translation features to help everyone in the school community stay connected.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

enlightenAI , San Francisco, CA Enlighten AI is creating an AI-powered personalized teacher’s assistant designed to enhance educators’ impact while making their work more sustainable, including grading and giving feedback. Dover, DE Quizard is an academic app designed to help students study for tests and quizzes. Quizard AI, Inc.

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AUGUST 22, 2018

Founded in 2016, Writable offers tools and templates that scaffold the writing and feedback process to help students become stronger writers. Teachers can select how the feedback process will unfold. The system guides pupils through how to offer constructive feedback to their peers.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It can handle a variety of language tasks, including answering questions, writing essays, generating creative content, offering explanations, giving advice, and engaging in natural-sounding conversations” (as explained by ChatGPT itself). We welcome your feedback and can be contacted at jlang@tulane.edu and dustinliu@stanford.edu.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

Support for People Learning English as a Second Language AI offers people who are learning English new and improved avenues for more effective communication. Language AI modeling tools can assist learners with pronunciation, grammar and translation, responding receptively in real time through simulated chats and quizzing techniques.

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eSchool News

MAY 28, 2024

Student performance in math and English language arts on spring state test scores in 2023 went up by 2 percentage points from the prior year, highlighting slow academic recovery after the pandemic. District leaders also developed plans in science and English language arts that focus on new approaches to learning to boost student achievement.

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MAY 13, 2024

From virtual reality field trips to interactive quizzing platforms, these 12 tools offer diverse ways to bring lessons to life. Interactive Quizzing Platforms Interactive quizzing platforms are revolutionizing the way educators assess understanding and retention in the classroom.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2020

Quizzes and adaptive learning software give students opportunities to review content and practice basic skills with immediate feedback. Top priority activities include things like class discussions, group collaboration on projects, feedback on higher-order thinking, and targeted instruction to address misconceptions.

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Edsurge

APRIL 25, 2017

Instructors might send students to the Khan Academy website for additional practice, or have computer stations in class where students complete online quizzes. In return, the districts will share feedback on how the tool can be improved before it is made publicly available this fall. The announcement comes without a plan, however.

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Edsurge

JUNE 28, 2018

Fractions covers math standards for grades 3-6 and features a storyline and what the company calls “personalized feedback” through an online tutor. video, quizzes) and share them publicly with other users. McGraw-Hill introduces a new English language arts software for grades 2-7 called Redbird Language Arts & Writing.

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Edsurge

MAY 13, 2020

Its recent investments include language-learning app Duolingo, along with Byju’s and Ruangguru, widely used in India and Indonesia, respectively. It claims its quizzes can deliver feedback specific to students’ responses on open-ended questions.

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History Quizzes Study Testing 213

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JANUARY 27, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Everything is online.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Everything about Ray, from his seat choice to his body language in class, indicated that he didn’t want to be noticed. Using Quizzes & Assignments for Collaborative Assessments Test day can be an opportunity for collaboration rather than competition. Ray was the kind of kid who could easily have slipped through the cracks.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

Multi-module options for differentiated learning, accommodating diverse learning styles, English Language Learners (ELL), and translation. Interactive quizzes with instant feedback to reinforce learning and save educators’ valuable time.

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Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 258

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scaffolded assignments: Break significant projects into smaller, more manageable parts, such as proposals, annotated bibliographies, and rough drafts, to reduce student anxiety and provide opportunities for meaningful feedback at each step, improving learning outcomes (Ambrose, 2010). 2014; Agarwal, 2019).

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Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 123

Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2018

After all, so-called MOOCs, or massive open online courses, were meant to open education to as many learners as possible, and in many ways they are more like books (digital ones, packed with videos and interactive quizzes) than courses. Barbara Oakley recorded lectures for her MOOC on Learning How to Learn in her basement. And they do.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Everything is online.

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Internet Authentic Assessment Plagiarism Writing 159

Dangerously Irrelevant

OCTOBER 15, 2021

quizzes and flashcards), rather than cramming information into students’ heads (e.g., quizzes and flashcards), rather than cramming information into students’ heads (e.g., Feedback – “providing [students] the opportunity to know what they know, and know what they don’t know” (p. lectures)” (p. lectures)” (p.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Online platforms and learning management systems are other examples of technologies that improve student learning and enable teachers to share resources, assignments, and feedback seamlessly. Learning management systems (LMS), such as Google Classroom or Moodle, facilitate streamlined communication, assignment distribution, and feedback.

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Technology Teaching Learning Quizzes 130

Edsurge

MARCH 3, 2017

We have done a lot of quizzes and equations. Students in schools with the SEP program begin by learning block-based programming languages like Scratch before getting into robotics, physical computing, text-based programming like Python and web development.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Students can work together on digital platforms, sharing ideas and feedback in real-time, while teachers can provide immediate, constructive feedback, which can enhance student engagement and motivation. Teachers can create and manage assignments, distribute resources, and provide real-time feedback to students.

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Educational Technologies Technology Education Quizzes 130

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MARCH 22, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Everything is online.

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Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 159

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. These activities can be used to reinforce key concepts, test understanding, and provide feedback to students. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. These activities can be used to reinforce key concepts, test understanding, and provide feedback to students. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

candidates at MIT’s Lifelong Kindergarten research group, say it all started with a single piece of feedback: “Just make learning fun.” The platform comes from the same stables — of MIT Media Lab — as Scratch, the free-to-use, ubiquitous coding language popular with young people from across the world.

Gamification 205

Gamification Motivation Game-Based Learning Math 205

Faculty Focus

APRIL 17, 2025

Feedback-Only: No Points I do not attach points to any assignments. Instead, I provide rich feedback. If students want to know how well they did in an assignment, they must read my feedback. Follow the “Feedback Sandwich” 3 method to give each student rich feedback. Why or why not?

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Lessening Grade Anxiety U-M Professor of Linguistics, English Languages and Literature Robin Queen has been using GradeCraft for several years in two courses she teaches that each have anywhere from 85 to 150 students. “I

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Edsurge

MARCH 28, 2017

I find when students can use the CERCA rubric to see their growth, give themselves feedback, and set future goals, they gain a sense of confidence and self-efficacy. Ann Whitehair is an eighth grade English Language Arts teacher at Oakwood Junior High School in Oakwood, Ohio, as well as a National Board Certified Teacher.

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Writing Essay Teaching Quizzes 131

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Dually certified in special education and English Language Arts, I teach an ELA inclusion class to 11th and 12th graders, which means I serve students with and without Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in the same setting. Google Drive has helped me manage student work and provide more efficient feedback for students.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

You can also export the questions you have chosen and integrate them into a quizzing system or LMS such as Canvas, Quizziz, Kahoot, Blackboard, and more. It offers a resource generator, teaching assistant, feedback bot, and AI chat. The image below shows both the essential questions and multiple-choice questions that were generated.

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Multiple Choice Questions Teaching Assistants Education Learning Outcomes 124

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

As students move through the course responding to questions, polls and quizzes, the system aggregates their responses and generates an “action plan.” Having the language to talk about these things and being able to name them is really empowering.”

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Essay Students Quizzes Writing 161

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scaffolded assignments: Break significant projects into smaller, more manageable parts, such as proposals, annotated bibliographies, and rough drafts, to reduce student anxiety and provide opportunities for meaningful feedback at each step, improving learning outcomes (Ambrose, 2010). 2014; Agarwal, 2019).

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Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 98

eSchool News

JULY 14, 2021

In all modes, Quiz results display in real-time, empowering educators to gauge participation and correct responses, offer just-in-time feedback, and identify remediation needs. From the new Video Player page, teachers can: Build interactive video quizzes or slideshow activities in a few simple steps.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Instructors play pivotal roles, guiding students through complex concepts, providing immediate feedback, and igniting intellectual curiosity. One of the key advantages of classroom learning is the immediate feedback loop it offers. This activity promotes active participation, peer collaboration, and critical thinking.

Learning 130

Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2024

Five strategies to foster sense of belonging Be caring and authentic: Syllabus policies and language, as well as introductory comments on the first day of class, set the tone for an entire term. Based on student feedback, make necessary adjustments and/or remind students of the shared agreements (Lovett, et al.,

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Syllabus Exams Students Motivation 132

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

You can also export the questions you have chosen and integrate them into a quizzing system or LMS such as Canvas, Quizziz, Kahoot, Blackboard, and more. It offers a resource generator, teaching assistant, feedback bot, and AI chat. The image below shows both the essential questions and multiple-choice questions that were generated.

Multiple Choice Questions 111

Multiple Choice Questions Teaching Assistants Education Learning Outcomes 111

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Everything is online.

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Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 125